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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">I think that there is an important part to the discussion about therapeutic artmaking and art therapy that is often ignored, and that is that there is a tendency to see one as more beneficial than the other, or one as more freeing than the other, and I disagree wholeheartedly. I think that artmaking itself is therapeutic, and art is incredibly important and personal. The act of creating art from oneself is different than art therapy, but it does touch on similar spaces. What is notable about art therapy is that it is in some ways, goal-oriented artmaking. The purpose of art, to me, is simply to create what one wants to create and sees as worthwhile to create. Art therapy rather sees art as a gateway for people to explore themselves and come to conclusions about their own cognition. These definitions are not mutually exclusive, but they are different.&nbsp;
My project is designed to focus on that fundamental difference, but more so, their fundamental equality. To do this, I will be drawing two versions of the same subject, myself. With art therapy's focus being on the betterment of a person's mental state and personal conception, it seemed clear that the end product should be identifiably about the self. These drawings will differ in style and likely composition and layout. I intend for one to be as realistic or semi-realistic a drawing of myself I could attempt, likely from multiple angles. That drawing would be representative of art therapy. The product isn't necessarily interesting to others outside of someone like me who would be unable to see this view of myself any other way. The process of that art creation would also in some ways mirror art therapy, in that I will need to use outside perspectives to gain insight on myself. While my guidance will be coming in the form of reference photos and the like, it is representative of the aid an art therapist provides. The other drawing would be in a vastly more abstracted and expressive style, likely using a far more limited and vibrant color palette than the more subdued and realistic one I will use for the first artwork. I will not be using references for this drawing, and am going to attempt to erase as little as possible. This drawing is to be representative of therapeutic, self-directed artmaking, which I see as ultimately not being able to give an accurate picture of how others might see us, but can give a very expressive and emotional depiction of how we see ourselves. Without the guidance of an art therapist, these reflections can be harmful to ourselves or impose unrealistic ideals onto ourselves, but they can also be uniquely beautiful and personal.
I think that by framing the conversation between these two ways to create art as something that is to be celebrated in their differences and respected for their strengths, we can better understand the ways that art can help people, whether its art they are creating wholly for themselves, by themselves, or it is something being directed and guided by a trained therapist. However it's done, art is something that can have a profound impact on the way one interprets themselves, and I believe that focusing on visual depictions of my own self is a great way to show this.
(I am submitting this prior to the May 3rd date for any sort of early critique or approval necessary, thank you!)</div>
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p>I think that there is an important part to the discussion about therapeutic artmaking and art therapy that is often ignored, and that is that there is a tendency to see one as more beneficial than the other, or one as more freeing than the other, and I disagree wholeheartedly. I think that artmaking itself is therapeutic, and art is incredibly important and personal. The act of creating art from oneself is different than art therapy, but it does touch on similar spaces. What is notable about art therapy is that it is in some ways, goal-oriented artmaking. The purpose of art, to me, is simply to create what one wants to create and sees as worthwhile to create. Art therapy rather sees art as a gateway for people to explore themselves and come to conclusions about their own cognition. These definitions are not mutually exclusive, but they are different.&nbsp;</p>
<p>My project is designed to focus on that fundamental difference, but more so, their fundamental equality. To do this, I will be drawing two versions of the same subject, myself. With art therapy's focus being on the betterment of a person's mental state and personal conception, it seemed clear that the end product should be identifiably about the self. These drawings will differ in style and likely composition and layout. I intend for one to be as realistic or semi-realistic a drawing of myself I could attempt, likely from multiple angles. That drawing would be representative of art therapy. The product isn't necessarily interesting to others outside of someone like me who would be unable to see this view of myself any other way. The process of that art creation would also in some ways mirror art therapy, in that I will need to use outside perspectives to gain insight on myself. While my guidance will be coming in the form of reference photos and the like, it is representative of the aid an art therapist provides. The other drawing would be in a vastly more abstracted and expressive style, likely using a far more limited and vibrant color palette than the more subdued and realistic one I will use for the first artwork. I will not be using references for this drawing, and am going to attempt to erase as little as possible. This drawing is to be representative of therapeutic, self-directed artmaking, which I see as ultimately not being able to give an accurate picture of how others might see us, but can give a very expressive and emotional depiction of how we see ourselves. Without the guidance of an art therapist, these reflections can be harmful to ourselves or impose unrealistic ideals onto ourselves, but they can also be uniquely beautiful and personal.</p>
<p>I think that by framing the conversation between these two ways to create art as something that is to be celebrated in their differences and respected for their strengths, we can better understand the ways that art can help people, whether its art they are creating wholly for themselves, by themselves, or it is something being directed and guided by a trained therapist. However it's done, art is something that can have a profound impact on the way one interprets themselves, and I believe that focusing on visual depictions of my own self is a great way to show this.</p>
<p>(I am submitting this prior to the May 3rd date for any sort of early critique or approval necessary, thank you!)</p></div>
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">For me, art therapy and therapeutic art making are both significant ways to heal in different ways, but art therapy is much more secular and safer for the patients being treated by trained art therapists, while therapeutic art making can be individualistic or a group activity that can be emotional and have goals but does not have the same safety net clinical oversight has in art therapy. Both art therapy and therapeutic art making can be stress-relieving, relaxing, a form of self-expression, and insight into the individual partaking in them, but therapeutic art making lacks that verbal addition of healing, and a development of self-awareness for the individual’s problems and situations.&nbsp;
Based on these differences that I think are prevalent in these two, I decided to create a sculpture out of clay. One part of the sculpture will represent art therapy and the secular, safe space art therapy creates within the individual partaking in it. It will have a woman that is evidently wrapped peacefully inside of a flower bloom, held up and supported but still growing within her means. She still has room to self-explore her surroundings but has the ‘safety net’ of the clinical art therapist to bind her to the thoughts and feelings that may trouble her. The other part of the sculpture will have an open flower bloom with wildflowers growing on it to show how diverse and different therapeutic art making can be, and the woman on this side will have more room to move and explore, but she is not as safe nor stable as the other woman. She will look much more carefree, but she will have no ‘clinical’ support, or an art therapist, that will guide her through her journey of healing. She is free to stop or continue when she wills, but there is nothing there pushing her to keep on her path of self-discovery or personal growth.&nbsp;
I believe it is important to understand how art therapy gives people a safe environment where their healing is their own journey, and they are never alone in how they process feelings and events because they have an art therapist to lean on for clinical support. On the other hand, therapeutic art making can be safe and can be a group activity, but there is truly no guarantee the individual will be able to process their emotions and their mental problems in a healthy way, and there is no art therapist to guide them in the correct way if they do tackle overwhelming problems. These differences are important in understanding the fundamentals of art therapy and therapeutic art making, and I believe understanding what makes a person feel “safe” and “secure” will ultimately lead them to making a decision on their journey in either art therapy or therapeutic art making. Putting these ideas into an art peace is important to me and I think the way I will do it portrays these ideas well.&nbsp;</div>
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p><span>For me, art therapy and therapeutic art making are both significant ways to heal in different ways, but art therapy is much more secular and safer for the patients being treated by trained art therapists, while therapeutic art making can be individualistic or a group activity that can be emotional and have goals but does not have the same safety net clinical oversight has in art therapy. Both art therapy and therapeutic art making can be stress-relieving, relaxing, a form of self-expression, and insight into the individual partaking in them, but therapeutic art making lacks that verbal addition of healing, and a development of self-awareness for the individual’s problems and situations.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>Based on these differences that I think are prevalent in these two, I decided to create a sculpture out of clay. </span><span>One part of the sculpture will represent art therapy and the secular, safe space art therapy creates within the individual partaking in it. It will have a woman that is evidently wrapped peacefully inside of a flower bloom, held up and supported but still growing within her means. She still has room to self-explore her surroundings but has the ‘safety net’ of the clinical art therapist to bind her to the thoughts and feelings that may trouble her. The other part of the sculpture will have an open flower bloom with wildflowers growing on it to show how diverse and different therapeutic art making can be, and the woman on this side will have more room to move and explore, but she is not as safe nor stable as the other woman. She will look much more carefree, but she will have no ‘clinical’ support, or an art therapist, that will guide her through her journey of healing. She is free to stop or continue when she wills, but there is nothing there pushing her to keep on her path of self-discovery or personal growth.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>I believe it is important to understand how art therapy gives people a safe environment where their healing is their own journey, and they are never alone in how they process feelings and events because they have an art therapist to lean on for clinical support. On the other hand, therapeutic art making can be safe and can be a group activity, but there is truly no guarantee the individual will be able to process their emotions and their mental problems in a healthy way, and there is no art therapist to guide them in the correct way if they do tackle overwhelming problems. These differences are important in understanding the fundamentals of art therapy and therapeutic art making, and I believe understanding what makes a person feel “safe” and “secure” will ultimately lead them to making a decision on their journey in either art therapy or therapeutic art making. Putting these ideas into an art peace is important to me and I think the way I will do it portrays these ideas well.&nbsp;</span></p></div>
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">Art therapy has a significant impact on a person’s growth and development within themselves, while therapeutic art making is more of a relief for a moment before falling back into everyday life. To express this idea through art, I have decided to create two side by side mosaics representing a person’s journey through art therapy vs therapeutic art making. Therapeutic art making provides quick relief for the moment the participant is creating the art, while art therapy provides continuous growth within the patient the more they participate.
Within the first mosaic, the person is traveling up a steep incline and as they climb their physical person goes from dull to rainbow to represent them returning to their true self through art therapy. The incline is a steep hill to show that art therapy is a continuous journey but every appointment will get you farther up the hill to healing and discovering who you are. As the person is climbing the hill as well, the world around them begins to lighten. Showing clarity for the world around them and for who they are. The person also becomes more confident in themselves so their head slowly rises as they are climbing up the hill and gaining more confidence.&nbsp;
On the therapeutic art-making side, the journey is very hilly. The person gains a bit of color when they reach the top of the hill, but after they fall right back down to the same feelings as before. Therapeutic art making is beneficial for the moment, but it does not provide the satisfaction that art therapy provides to the patient. The color contrast and the inclines show the lack of benefits that a therapeutic art maker receives compared to an art therapy patient. Overall, the journey in art therapy is long and difficult but ultimately provides more benefits to the patient than that of therapeutic art makers.&nbsp;</div>
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<p><span>Within the first mosaic, the person is traveling up a steep incline and as they climb their physical person goes from dull to rainbow to represent them returning to their true self through art therapy. The incline is a steep hill to show that art therapy is a continuous journey but every appointment will get you farther up the hill to healing and discovering who you are. As the person is climbing the hill as well, the world around them begins to lighten. Showing clarity for the world around them and for who they are. The person also becomes more confident in themselves so their head slowly rises as they are climbing up the hill and gaining more confidence.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>On the therapeutic art-making side, the journey is very hilly. The person gains a bit of color when they reach the top of the hill, but after they fall right back down to the same feelings as before. Therapeutic art making is beneficial for the moment, but it does not provide the satisfaction that art therapy provides to the patient. The color contrast and the inclines show the lack of benefits that a therapeutic art maker receives compared to an art therapy patient. Overall, the journey in art therapy is long and difficult but ultimately provides more benefits to the patient than that of therapeutic art makers.&nbsp;</span></p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">There is an important difference between art therapy and therapeutic artmaking that can be highlighted in a multitude of ways. Art therapy involves working with a trained therapist to work through and explore emotions, feelings, thoughts and experiences. Therapeutic artmaking can be used to focus on the process of making the art itself as a stress reliever or self-expression. The way that I have chosen how to show the difference between art therapy and therapeutic artmaking is through two variations of flowers.&nbsp;
To represent the therapeutic artmaking, I am going to draw a bouquet of flowers in a vase. This can show the side of therapeutic artmaking because the flowers are already picked and organized neatly into an aesthetic bunch. Having flowers already picked and placed into a bouquet can represent how therapeutic artmaking is more of one moment in time and because the flowers are already picked, they will eventually die. Since the flowers will die, it shows that therapeutic artmaking is not necessarily a progression of working towards an "end goal" that art therapy can be.&nbsp;
To represent art therapy, I am going to draw flowers that are still potted instead of in a vase. While having the flowers potted, I will be able to show that art therapy is a progression of growth as the flowers are still planted in the soil. I can also show the progression of flowers that are getting more and more vibrant as they begin to bloom to show how art therapy can be a slower process and more of a progression into becoming something different than the person once was. The use of having the flowers still being potted can show strong roots that are still growing to show the continued growth during therapy that eventually leads into the flower blooming.&nbsp;</div>
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<p>To represent the therapeutic artmaking, I am going to draw a bouquet of flowers in a vase. This can show the side of therapeutic artmaking because the flowers are already picked and organized neatly into an aesthetic bunch. Having flowers already picked and placed into a bouquet can represent how therapeutic artmaking is more of one moment in time and because the flowers are already picked, they will eventually die. Since the flowers will die, it shows that therapeutic artmaking is not necessarily a progression of working towards an "end goal" that art therapy can be.&nbsp;</p>
<p>To represent art therapy, I am going to draw flowers that are still potted instead of in a vase. While having the flowers potted, I will be able to show that art therapy is a progression of growth as the flowers are still planted in the soil. I can also show the progression of flowers that are getting more and more vibrant as they begin to bloom to show how art therapy can be a slower process and more of a progression into becoming something different than the person once was. The use of having the flowers still being potted can show strong roots that are still growing to show the continued growth during therapy that eventually leads into the flower blooming.&nbsp;</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">My final project will consist of a glass, rectangular prism-shaped flower vase, three flowers (each labeled with a broad human attribute like “physical appearance,” “intelligence,” and “emotional competence”), a bee, and a sun, all propped up in the vase via saran wrap and wooden stilts. A drawing of each flowers’ root system will then be drawn out on a piece of paper and adhered to the front of the vase where one would typically be able to look into the vase to see the flower stem.&nbsp;
This visual captures the differentiation between art therapy and therapeutic art making in the following ways. The visual first represents therapeutic art making in the way that the bee pollinates each flower causing each flowers’ root system to grow and expand. This parallels self care as each flower represents an aspect of the individual and this person is allowed to grow in all areas thanks to the therapeutic outlet of art. The bee is “fueling” the flower to grow in the same way that art “fuels” many individuals to explore different aspects of their personality and release stress in order to prosper as a being.&nbsp;
The visual equally captures the relationships within art therapy as we introduce the sun into the representation. The sun is the source of energy for the bee to be able to pollinate the flower. Furthermore, the sun offers the light to fuel photosynthesis for the flower in order to allow it to use its resources for growth. That all being said, the sun is representative of the art therapist, the bee is the art, and the flowers are the aspects of the individual that are growing because of this relationship. Because of this ecosystem between the sun, the bee, and the flowers, the flower is able to use the art (pollination) for the purpose of therapy. Without the sun, the pollination to allow the flowers to grow is limited and can only be helpful in the form of a release (self care) rather than a therapeutic mechanism (art therapy). </div>
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p><span>My final project will consist of a glass, rectangular prism-shaped flower vase, three flowers (each labeled with a broad human attribute like “physical appearance,” “intelligence,” and “emotional competence”), a bee, and a sun, all propped up in the vase via saran wrap and wooden stilts. A drawing of each flowers’ root system will then be drawn out on a piece of paper and adhered to the front of the vase where one would typically be able to look into the vase to see the flower stem.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>This visual captures the differentiation between art therapy and therapeutic art making in the following ways. The visual first represents therapeutic art making in the way that the bee pollinates each flower causing each flowers’ root system to grow and expand. This parallels self care as each flower represents an aspect of the individual and this person is allowed to grow in all areas thanks to the therapeutic outlet of art. The bee is “fueling” the flower to grow in the same way that art “fuels” many individuals to explore different aspects of their personality and release stress in order to prosper as a being.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>The visual equally captures the relationships within art therapy as we introduce the sun into the representation. The sun is the source of energy for the bee to be able to pollinate the flower. Furthermore, the sun offers the light to fuel photosynthesis for the flower in order to allow it to use its resources for growth. That all being said, the sun is representative of the art therapist, the bee is the art, and the flowers are the aspects of the individual that are growing because of this relationship. Because of this ecosystem between the sun, the bee, and the flowers, the flower is able to use the art (pollination) for the purpose of therapy. Without the sun, the pollination to allow the flowers to grow is limited and can only be helpful in the form of a release (self care) rather than a therapeutic mechanism (art therapy). </span></p></div>
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">My thought process when differentiating art therapy and therapeutic art making relies on the context in which both are conducted and their goals. Art therapy is typically conducted by trained and licensed art therapists who have expertise in both art and psychology, and occurs in clinical settings such as hospitals, mental health clinics, schools, and rehabilitation centers. The primary goal of art therapy is to address psychological issues, facilitate self-expression, promote insight and self-awareness, manage behaviors, reduce stress, and enhance coping skills. On the other hand, therapeutic art making can occur in various settings, including art studios, community centers, workshops, and even at home. It can be facilitated by art educators, counselors, or individuals engaging in self-directed creative activities. The goals of therapeutic art making can vary widely depending on the individual's intentions and needs. It may include stress reduction, relaxation, self-exploration, self-care, creative expression, personal growth, and enjoyment. For my project, I will represent both within the context of an ocean.
To represent therapeutic art making, on the left side of the drawing, there will be a figure shown diving deep into the water. The figure is portrayed as a silhouette, symbolizing the individual engaging in therapeutic art making. As they descend into the ocean, there will be swirls of color and abstract shapes surrounding them, representing the creative process and inner exploration as they explore the depths of emotions and subconscious. To represent art therapy, on the right side of the drawing, there will be another figure depicted standing on a small boat, accompanied by a guide. The guide represents a supportive presence, offering stability and assistance in navigating the waves, such as an art therapist. Together, they are shown facing the ocean, ready to journey forward. This side symbolizes the role of the art therapist as a trusted guide, providing guidance, insight, and support to the individual as they navigate their inner experiences through art.</div>
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<p><span>To represent therapeutic art making, on the left side of the drawing, there will be a figure shown diving deep into the water. The figure is portrayed as a silhouette, symbolizing the individual engaging in therapeutic art making. As they descend into the ocean, there will be swirls of color and abstract shapes surrounding them, representing the creative process and inner exploration as they explore the depths of emotions and subconscious. To represent art therapy, on the right side of the drawing, there will be another figure depicted standing on a small boat, accompanied by a guide. The guide represents a supportive presence, offering stability and assistance in navigating the waves, such as an art therapist. Together, they are shown facing the ocean, ready to journey forward. This side symbolizes the role of the art therapist as a trusted guide, providing guidance, insight, and support to the individual as they navigate their inner experiences through art.</span></p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">I tend to think of problems in the sense of cause and effect. Treating the causation of a problem versus treating the symptoms of a problem. The difference between art therapy and Therapeutic art making parallel these two. Therapeutic art making remedies symptoms from causes that range from daily stress to more significant stressors. Much like a bandaid, therapeutic art making can help deal with the symptoms and offer relief from symptoms. Art Therapy on the other hand is like properly stitching up a wound.
Because of this, my final project is represented by a silhouette drawn onto paper. This silhouette will have stitching representing proper treatment by an art therapist. The thread will have an positive effect on the silhouette represented by color, warm and lasting. Next to it will be a second silhouette representing therapeutic art making that has the same warm spots, but not lasting like with the effects of art therapy.
I need to be careful with how I express the lasting effects of each and show the proper differences between the impact of the two. To do this, I plan on applying the color very thoughtfully and giving lots of attention to detail with the patterns and richness that the color is presented with, giving mind to how it interacts with and without the stitches in the piece.
I believe this will represent the most significant difference between therapeutic art making and art therapy by presenting the lasting impact of art therapy through a visual representation.
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<p>Because of this, my final project is represented by a silhouette drawn onto paper. This silhouette will have stitching representing proper treatment by an art therapist. The thread will have an positive effect on the silhouette represented by color, warm and lasting. Next to it will be a second silhouette representing therapeutic art making that has the same warm spots, but not lasting like with the effects of art therapy.</p>
<p>I need to be careful with how I express the lasting effects of each and show the proper differences between the impact of the two. To do this, I plan on applying the color very thoughtfully and giving lots of attention to detail with the patterns and richness that the color is presented with, giving mind to how it interacts with and without the stitches in the piece.</p>
<p>I believe this will represent the most significant difference between therapeutic art making and art therapy by presenting the lasting impact of art therapy through a visual representation.</p>
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">In discussions surrounding therapeutic artmaking and art therapy, an often overlooked aspect is the tendency to prioritize one over the other or to perceive one as more liberating or beneficial. I strongly disagree with this perspective. In my view, artmaking itself holds therapeutic value, and art is profoundly significant and intimate. While creating art from one's essence differs from engaging in art therapy, it does intersect with similar realms. Art therapy, notably, tends to be goal-oriented in its approach to artmaking. For me, the essence of art lies in simply expressing what one desires and deems worthy of creation. Conversely, art therapy views art as a conduit for individuals to delve into their inner selves and reach insights about their cognition. These definitions are not mutually exclusive but rather delineate distinct approaches.
To symbolize therapeutic art making, the bottom half of the illustration depicts a figure scaling a towering mountain. Rendered as a silhouette, this figure embodies the act of engaging in therapeutic artistry. As they ascend the mountain, vibrant swirls of color and abstract forms envelop them, portraying the creative process and introspective journey into the depths of emotions and the subconscious.
On the opposite side, representing art therapy, another figure stands atop the mountain, accompanied by a supportive guide. This guide serves as a beacon of stability, akin to an art therapist, aiding in traversing the rugged terrain. Together, they gaze out towards the horizon, poised to embark on their expedition. This aspect symbolizes the art therapist's pivotal role as a trusted companion, offering guidance, enlightenment, and encouragement as individuals navigate their inner landscapes through artistic expression.</div>
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<p>To symbolize therapeutic art making, the bottom half of the illustration depicts a figure scaling a towering mountain. Rendered as a silhouette, this figure embodies the act of engaging in therapeutic artistry. As they ascend the mountain, vibrant swirls of color and abstract forms envelop them, portraying the creative process and introspective journey into the depths of emotions and the subconscious.</p>
<p>On the opposite side, representing art therapy, another figure stands atop the mountain, accompanied by a supportive guide. This guide serves as a beacon of stability, akin to an art therapist, aiding in traversing the rugged terrain. Together, they gaze out towards the horizon, poised to embark on their expedition. This aspect symbolizes the art therapist's pivotal role as a trusted companion, offering guidance, enlightenment, and encouragement as individuals navigate their inner landscapes through artistic expression.</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">Coming up with a final project idea was a challenging process for me. I found that many of my initial ideas were more suited for a midterm project rather than a final project. It wasn't until I reflected on the core concepts of art therapy and therapeutic artmaking that I had a breakthrough. I realized that I wanted to create something that not only showcased my understanding of the two concepts but also visually demonstrated their differences. This led me to the idea of creating a drawing of a forest with two roads: one representing art therapy and the other representing therapeutic artmaking. This concept allows me to illustrate the contrast between the two approaches, highlighting their unique characteristics and outcomes.
For my final project, I want to create a visual representation of the spectrum of art therapy, focusing on the differences between therapeutic artmaking and art therapy. I plan to do this by depicting a forest scene with two roads. The first road will symbolize art therapy, characterized by its wild, unstructured nature. This road will have bumps and obstacles, like a fallen tree, representing the challenges that individuals may face during therapy. Despite these obstacles, the road will lead to a final destination, symbolizing personal growth and healing.
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<p>For my final project, I want to create a visual representation of the spectrum of art therapy, focusing on the differences between therapeutic artmaking and art therapy. I plan to do this by depicting a forest scene with two roads. The first road will symbolize art therapy, characterized by its wild, unstructured nature. This road will have bumps and obstacles, like a fallen tree, representing the challenges that individuals may face during therapy. Despite these obstacles, the road will lead to a final destination, symbolizing personal growth and healing.</p>
<p>The second road will represent therapeutic artmaking, contrasting with the first road by being clear, pretty, and free from obstacles. This road will symbolize the process of creating art for therapeutic purposes, highlighting the freedom and creativity that it can offer. By visually depicting these two roads in a forest setting, I aim to illustrate the diverse approaches and outcomes of art therapy and therapeutic artmaking, showing how both can be valuable tools for self-expression and healing.</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Having to come up with ideas wasn't the easiest for me. I was struggling with ideas that truly exemplified the differences and similarities to art therapy and therapeutic art making. Then I reflected on what those true differences and similarities are and thought about all we have learned in class. Art therapy is like going to a trained counselor who uses art to help you express and understand your feelings better, with the idea of goals, growth, and therapeutic gain happening. Therapeutic art making is more about doing art on your own or with friends just for fun or to relax. You might feel better after doing it, but there's no counselor guiding you through it. It has only the goal of a feel good moment, no growth or long term goals.&nbsp;
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I came up with the idea to represent the difference and similarities between art therapy and therapeutic art by drawing two brains. The first brain will just be colored in and pretty to represent therapeutic art making. The second brain will have a bunch of roots in it, with the roots having different mental health issues written on them. And growing from those roots and on top of the brain are flowers. Because art therapy is about the growth and end goal of better things.&nbsp;
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Having to come up with ideas wasn't the easiest for me. I was struggling with ideas that truly exemplified the differences and similarities to art therapy and therapeutic art making. Then I reflected on what those true differences and similarities are and thought about all we have learned in class. </span><span>Art therapy is like going to a trained counselor who uses art to help you express and understand your feelings better, with the idea of </span><span>goals, growth, and therapeutic gain happening</span><span>. Therapeutic art making is more about doing art on your own or with friends just for fun or to relax. You might feel better after doing it, but there's no counselor guiding you through it. It </span><span>has only the goal of a feel good moment, no growth or long term goals.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I came up with the idea to represent the difference and similarities between art therapy and therapeutic art by drawing two brains. The first brain will just be colored in and pretty to represent therapeutic art making. The second brain will have a bunch of roots in it, with the roots having different mental health issues written on them. And growing from those roots and on top of the brain are flowers. Because art therapy is about the growth and end goal of better things.&nbsp;</span></p>
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For my final project, I hope to display the difference between therapeutic artmaking and art therapy through an analogy of how the ocean appears from the outside v.s. Everything that is truly present within it. I want to show how the outside of the ocean represents therapeutic artmaking in the sense that it is calming, simple, and overall less is going on. Similar to how therapeutic artmaking is much broader and in many ways doesn’t tackle the exact problem present, it is more of an immediate relief. Whereas, the inside of the ocean will represent art therapy. Art therapy is more complex and has a lot more going on than meets the eye similar to the ocean. There are sea animals that you wouldn’t be able to see just by looking from afar and movements that you can’t feel when you’re simply standing on the beach looking at the ocean. Overall, I really want to display how much more technical art therapy is in comparison to therapeutic artmaking and represent how art therapy goes much more in-depth as you’re with a trained therapist and it is more of a process in comparison to therapeutic artmaking.
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">I decided to land on time capsules for my art therapy, since it is incredibly personal and cathartic. I think having a box to have a space to put all the heavy feelings and significant items in someone’s healing journey is incredibly healing and can be accompanied by a letter that details when the box could be resurfaced, if ever. Physically storing that rather than storing all of it only in the mental realm is really beneficial and special in the process of healing and working through trauma. The goal is to detach from items that the patient may be clinging to, avoiding, or causing more strife having present in their home than they even realize. Items carry energy and memories, many of which may need to be released and removed to grow.&nbsp;
The box is decorated if the patient so wishes to, and they are explained the purpose of the time capsule too. The art therapist and patient can create a list of items that could go in the box, or the patient is given a thought process question list for determining items for their capsule to make things a little easier. The goal of the box must also be landed on by the patient--- buried, stored away, donated to a shelter, shipped to another person, burned, etc.&nbsp;</div>
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<p>The box is decorated if the patient so wishes to, and they are explained the purpose of the time capsule too. The art therapist and patient can create a list of items that could go in the box, or the patient is given a thought process question list for determining items for their capsule to make things a little easier. The goal of the box must also be landed on by the patient--- buried, stored away, donated to a shelter, shipped to another person, burned, etc.&nbsp;</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">For my final project I decided to create a bouquet of flowers. My thought process behind this choice was that I could create something artistically through flower arranging. This would help me create a visual representation of who I am and what has happened in my life. I am going to find the symbolism behind the meaning of different flowers and choose them based on which resonate the most with me. For example, yellow tulips represent happiness, cheerfulness, and hope. I will include yellow tulips in my bouquet because I identify myself as a very happy, cheerful and hopeful person. I always try to see the brighter side of things even on my worst days. Hope is such a key part of life and getting through the bad things that are inevitable to come our way.&nbsp;
One main reason I decided to make this my final project is because I think flower arranging is a very overlooked form art and therapeutic craft. Picking out flowers, arranging them in the way you want, and displaying them in your home brings so much light into my life and the lives of people I know who do the same. Even after the arrangement is finished, it is important to take care of your flowers. This process is a reminder to myself that self care is so important. We need to care for ourselves, our belongings, the things around us, and the people around us. After displaying a flower arrangement you need to refill the water when needed, add flower food, cut the stems down when needed, and make them last as long as you can. Once they are withered down you can start all over again and find a new arrangement.&nbsp;
I think everyone should have flowers in their homes and regularly make flower arrangements. It brings a sense of life and purpose into your home that can calm your negative thoughts. I also think art therapists should take this form of art into mind for their own work and encourage clients to do it as well.&nbsp;</div>
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<p>One main reason I decided to make this my final project is because I think flower arranging is a very overlooked form art and therapeutic craft. Picking out flowers, arranging them in the way you want, and displaying them in your home brings so much light into my life and the lives of people I know who do the same. Even after the arrangement is finished, it is important to take care of your flowers. This process is a reminder to myself that self care is so important. We need to care for ourselves, our belongings, the things around us, and the people around us. After displaying a flower arrangement you need to refill the water when needed, add flower food, cut the stems down when needed, and make them last as long as you can. Once they are withered down you can start all over again and find a new arrangement.&nbsp;</p>
<p>I think everyone should have flowers in their homes and regularly make flower arrangements. It brings a sense of life and purpose into your home that can calm your negative thoughts. I also think art therapists should take this form of art into mind for their own work and encourage clients to do it as well.&nbsp;</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">I had a challenging thought process with finding ideas for my final project. It was hard to find metaphors that made sense and that was also a metaphor that made sense to others about the difference between art therapy and therapeutic art making. Art therapy is used as a support system through a therapist that guides you on the right track. Therapeutic art making has more paths and depending on the opinion, there are less rules and freedom to explore around you and try different things.
For my final project I have decided to paint a brain on a canvas depicting the two sides of the brain and the difference between them. For the art therapy side, I am using darker colors of splatter paint and adding lighter colors on splatter paint on the outside and on that side of the brain there is going to be vines with leaves and dark colors. Along with that there is going to be positive words on the vines and flowers relating to growth. It shows that art therapy is a journey and progression is involved and how it's always easy at the beginning.&nbsp;
For the therapeutic art making side I am going to use bright colors of splatter paint throughout that side with flowers all around that side of the brain. I am also adding an independent moment of a bouquet of flowers in the middle of the brain. This is describing that there isn't progression and not technically working towards an end goal. Unlike art therapy, therapeutic art making isn't used for a crisis or problem, its used in this case as a specific moment in time.</div>
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<p>For my final project I have decided to paint a brain on a canvas depicting the two sides of the brain and the difference between them. For the art therapy side, I am using darker colors of splatter paint and adding lighter colors on splatter paint on the outside and on that side of the brain there is going to be vines with leaves and dark colors. Along with that there is going to be positive words on the vines and flowers relating to growth. It shows that art therapy is a journey and progression is involved and how it's always easy at the beginning.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For the therapeutic art making side I am going to use bright colors of splatter paint throughout that side with flowers all around that side of the brain. I am also adding an independent moment of a bouquet of flowers in the middle of the brain. This is describing that there isn't progression and not technically working towards an end goal. Unlike art therapy, therapeutic art making isn't used for a crisis or problem, its used in this case as a specific moment in time.</p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">My final art project will be about the gradient of the ocean colors and what that represents. There will also be other components of the ocean like animals and coral, each representing something related to either art therapy or therapeutic artmaking because sometimes healing is not a linear path. Healing is not the same for everyone, so the little interruptions in the gradient, like the sea animals, represent that as well. My project will be about art therapy with little pieces of therapeutic artmaking sprinkled in because although they are different things, they have similarities. An example of such a similarity would be how both of these activities can be beneficial to patients, just in different ways. They can both be used in patient care because art can be both therapeutic and a nice way to pass the time in a case like an extended hospital stay for example. Even just therapeutic artmaking can give a patient an escape from the monotony of their hospital life.&nbsp;
The ocean gradient specifically will include colors you might not think represent the ocean like red or orange, but I include them because things like sunsets can make water reflect those colors. This is related to art therapy as a concept because it shows the spectrum of art therapy just like there are many ways the ocean can change color in unexpected ways, and depending on what perspective you are looking at it from. There are also ways patients can benefit from art therapy, even if they originally do not want to engage. One note from class is that sometimes art therapy is a good thing for people who do not want to talk at first, or traditional talk therapy did not work for them. They can create something that means something to them, and there is no pressure to be “good” at it. Art therapy differs from therapeutic artmaking in the sense that art therapy is more meaningful and therapy based whereas therapeutic artmaking has less structure and no professional therapist is needed. So my project is about art therapy while also acknowledging that it has some similarities to therapeutic artmaking. </div>
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p><span>My final art project will be about the gradient of the ocean colors and what that represents. There will also be other components of the ocean like animals and coral, each representing something related to either art therapy or therapeutic artmaking because sometimes healing is not a linear path. Healing is not the same for everyone, so the little interruptions in the gradient, like the sea animals, represent that as well. My project will be about art therapy with little pieces of therapeutic artmaking sprinkled in because although they are different things, they have similarities. An example of such a similarity would be how both of these activities can be beneficial to patients, just in different ways. They can both be used in patient care because art can be both therapeutic and a nice way to pass the time in a case like an extended hospital stay for example. Even just therapeutic artmaking can give a patient an escape from the monotony of their hospital life.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>The ocean gradient specifically will include colors you might not think represent the ocean like red or orange, but I include them because things like sunsets can make water reflect those colors. This is related to art therapy as a concept because it shows the spectrum of art therapy just like there are many ways the ocean can change color in unexpected ways, and depending on what perspective you are looking at it from. There are also ways patients can benefit from art therapy, even if they originally do not want to engage. One note from class is that sometimes art therapy is a good thing for people who do not want to talk at first, or traditional talk therapy did not work for them. They can create something that means something to them, and there is no pressure to be “good” at it. Art therapy differs from therapeutic artmaking in the sense that art therapy is more meaningful and therapy based whereas therapeutic artmaking has less structure and no professional therapist is needed. So my project is about art therapy while also acknowledging that it has some similarities to therapeutic artmaking. </span></p></div>
  
  
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      <div class="show-if-collapsed discussion-subtitle summary ellipsis">From this class I have learned that art therapy with a trained professional helps maintain structure and promotes a safe environment to create coping techniques with the patient. This is different from therapeutic art making because therapeutic art making can be done on your own and focuses more on the final product of making art, than reflecting on the process and analyzing what was made like art therapy does. I try to incorporate this into my final project by showing how both art therapy and therapeutic art making help people use creative expression to alleviate stress or emotional worries, but only art therapy sets people up with coping strategies that can help them work through their trauma or negative emotions and promote personal growth to find inner peace.In my multilayered artwork the innermost layer is a drawing that represents finding inner peace and clarity which can be done through the help of art therapy. The second layer covering the first layer is black paper, which is meant to be the stressors or negative thoughts the patient is trying to work through that prevents them from finding their inner peace. The third layer is acrylic paint that is colorfully painted over the black paper trying to cover up the issues, which represents therapeutic art making in how it allows people to create expressive artwork yet not truly learn how to cope with their negative emotions and reflect on their situation. Half of the black paper is cut off, although a few scraps are still stuck to the sides, to represent art therapy and how it helps the patient work through their problems with the help of a licensed therapist that guides them through the art making process in a way that allows them to gain an understanding of their emotions and reflect on them in a safe environment, which sets them up on a path to success so they can work to build emotional stability and use the strategies they learned through therapy to cope with their issues on their own when they arise. The other half of the paper has colorful paint on it and it is still covering the innermost layer which represents therapeutic art making not being able to completely work through the issue and instead masking it, which can distract people from finding effective coping mechanisms to help them grow and understand their emotions.</div>
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  <div data-bind="message" class="message user_content enhanced"><p>From this class I have learned that art therapy with a trained professional helps maintain structure and promotes a safe environment to create coping techniques with the patient. This is different from therapeutic art making because therapeutic art making can be done on your own and focuses more on the final product of making art, than reflecting on the process and analyzing what was made like art therapy does. I try to incorporate this into my final project by showing how both art therapy and therapeutic art making help people use creative expression to alleviate stress or emotional worries, but only art therapy sets people up with coping strategies that can help them work through their trauma or negative emotions and promote personal growth to find inner peace.<br>In my multilayered artwork the innermost layer is a drawing that represents finding inner peace and clarity which can be done through the help of art therapy. The second layer covering the first layer is black paper, which is meant to be the stressors or negative thoughts the patient is trying to work through that prevents them from finding their inner peace. The third layer is acrylic paint that is colorfully painted over the black paper trying to cover up the issues, which represents therapeutic art making in how it allows people to create expressive artwork yet not truly learn how to cope with their negative emotions and reflect on their situation. Half of the black paper is cut off, although a few scraps are still stuck to the sides, to represent art therapy and how it helps the patient work through their problems with the help of a licensed therapist that guides them through the art making process in a way that allows them to gain an understanding of their emotions and reflect on them in a safe environment, which sets them up on a path to success so they can work to build emotional stability and use the strategies they learned through therapy to cope with their issues on their own when they arise. The other half of the paper has colorful paint on it and it is still covering the innermost layer which represents therapeutic art making not being able to completely work through the issue and instead masking it, which can distract people from finding effective coping mechanisms to help them grow and understand their emotions.</p></div>
  
  
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